Veterinary Assistant - Cats Only Veterinary Hospital

AmeriVet • Rocklin, CA

10d • $20 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Cats Only Veterinary Hospital in Rocklin, California, is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to join its growing cats-only veterinary team. The hospital provides compassionate, high-quality feline medical care and personalized client service in a friendly, upbeat, and professional environment. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, loves cats, and contributes positively to a supportive team. The position involves assisting with patient care and treatments, client communication, and veterinary procedures. Two openings are available, with full-time or part-time schedules. Candidates must be available for a 10-hour Monday shift and a 5- or 6-hour Saturday shift. The hourly rate is $20.00–$24.00, depending on experience, education, licensure, and certifications.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of veterinary experience, including animal handling and treatments.
• Experience rooming patients.
• Surgical assisting experience and knowledge of equipment used.
• Experience placing IV catheters, drawing blood, and running bloodwork.
• Knowledge of X-rays and proper positioning.
• Experience with proper feline handling and restraint; must not be opposed to scruffing.
• Ability to obtain accurate and thorough medical histories.
• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment.
• Experience giving subcutaneous and intramuscular injections.
• Ability to work at a fast, efficient pace.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Dependable, detail-oriented team player with a positive and motivating attitude.
• Availability for a 10-hour Monday shift and a 5- or 6-hour Saturday shift.

Responsibilities

• Obtain accurate and thorough medical histories.
• Room patients.
• Assist with surgery and use related equipment.
• Place IV catheters and draw blood; run bloodwork.
• Perform subcutaneous and intramuscular injections.
• Handle and restrain cats appropriately, including scruffing when needed.
• Use knowledge of X-rays and proper patient positioning.
• Educate clients and provide excellent communication and customer service.
• Work efficiently at a fast pace and contribute positively to the team.

Benefits

• Pet care discounts for employees’ pets.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• Continuing education allowance.
• Access to opportunities at more than 200 AmeriVet locations.
• Referral program.
• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing.
• Performance bonuses.
• 401(k) matching.
• Student loan assistance.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Mental health resources.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Supportive, collaborative environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed